CareerPlan

Mission Architect, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations

Denver, COFull-time$160k2026-10-07 → 2026-11-11
Citizens or permanent residents onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Define, analyze, and execute space domain awareness and rendezvous and proximity operations missions for U.S. and Allied space superiority.

Role type

Senior Mission Architect (Space Systems)

Builds

Autonomous spacecraft, mission software, and space-based interceptors

Domain

Defense / Space Systems / Orbital Mechanics

Required skills

Mission analysis, Space operations, Orbital mechanics, Systems architecture, Rendezvous and proximity operations, Astrodynamics, Mission simulation, Parametric analysis, System integration, Technical leadership

Preferred skills

Aerospace/Mechanical/Systems Engineering degree, Active TS/SCI clearance, Defense mission support

Technologies

STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, MATLAB, Python, C++

Responsibilities

Define mission objectives and system requirements, Lead system trade studies and performance evaluations, Design and simulate rendezvous and proximity operations trajectories, Oversee system integration and verification, Conduct mission success criteria and risk assessments, Prepare technical reports for government agencies

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC